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With Guidance From Veterans, McDonald Evolving into Ace
After James McDonald tossed his first career complete game his last trip to the mound on Thursday at PNC Park, he explained what was the biggest key for him in… Read more
Pirates Notebook: Not a Good Return For Karstens
Jeff Karstens was activated off the disabled list on Monday and made his first start of the season since April 17 against Arizona. However, the right-hander struggled, and the sloppy… Read more
Pirates Notebook: Burnett Finding Joy in Baseball Again
PITTSBURGH, PA — Not since Dock Ellis in 1974 has a Pittsburgh starting pitcher won more than six straight starts (Ellis won eight). But on Friday night in front of… Read more
Pirates Notebook: Guidance Key for McDonald’s Impressive Season
PITTSBURGH, PA — Last season James McDonald had trouble pitching lengthy outings. But this year there is a whole different guy on the mound. McDonald continues to knock down different… Read more
Pirates Notebook: McDonald Snubbed For Pitcher of the Month Award?
Those in Pittsburgh or fans of the Pirates are well aware of James McDonald’s solid 2012 season. He posted a 2.97 ERA over five starts in April, and followed that… Read more
Pirates Notebook: McDonald Continues to be Pirates Ace
PITTSBURGH, Pa. — James McDonald continues to be the Pittsburgh Pirates ace this 2012 season. Facing a hot Cincinnati Reds lineup, McDonald was not fazed on Monday at PNC Park. Coming into Pittsburgh… Read more
Pirates Notebook: Pitching Staff Continues to Shine
PITTSBURGH, Pa. — Pittsburgh’s pitching staff continues to shine this season. Entering game action, the staff ERA of 3.33 ranked No. 3 in the Majors, second in the National League… Read more
Pirates Notebook: Why are Teams Pitching to McCutchen?
Center fielder Andrew McCutchen is having a huge month of May. Even after going 0-for-3 on Sunday, McCutchen is hitting for a .396 average (21-for-53) with a double, triple, seven… Read more
Pirates Notebook: Verlander No Hits Pirates Through Eight
Right-hander Justin Verlander took a no-hitter into the ninth inning against the Pittsburgh Pirates in Detroit. With one out, Josh Harrison took a 1-2 breaking ball for a single into… Read more
Pirates Notebook: Bedard Makes First Start Since Injury
Left-hander Erik Bedard made his first start on Wednesday against the Washington Nationals since his scheduled start was bumped back by two days due to back spasms. The lefty allowed… Read more
